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Old 09-06-10, 02:11 PM
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NJ smelling raw gas

the guy i bought it from told me it needed to be ripped apart i found an 02 sensor wire disconnected.... this could def be the problem right?
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Probably fuel pulsation dampener or the metal check valve for the fuel return. Very risky as it can easily start a fire. Check the 3rd gen FAQ thread for past threads on the topic:

https://www.rx7club.com/3rd-generation-specific-1993-2002-16/faq-3rd-gen-other-useful-links-68640/

Scroll down to the F section which starts here:
https://www.rx7club.com/showpost.php...33&postcount=3

O2 sensor has nothing to do with fuel smell
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NJ thanks

ill definately get those on my list, also...my oil pressure gauge isnt working, do you think the oil pressure switch, or the gauge itself could be the problem
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